Bray
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 15
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English
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When a plane crash strands thirteen teen beauty contestants on a mysterious island, they struggle to survive, to get along with one another, to combat the island's other diabolical occupants, and to learn their dance numbers in case they are rescued in time for the competition.
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Spiders have a bad reputation based solely on their appearance, which many find creepy or unnerving. However, these helpful bugs eat many other pests and lead interesting, busy lives. Facts such as how spiders hunt, what their homes are like, and how they grow will fascinate young readers eager to learn more about the many kinds of spiders found around the world. Paired with full-color, detailed photographs of different kinds of spiders and their...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
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Amphibians have some of the most interesting life cycles on Earth. The metamorphosis frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, and caecilians go through has many steps that readers need to understand and remember. This book offers a concise overview of the general amphibian life cycle, as well as representative examples of the many species within the animal group. Most importantly, the accessible language is, paired with diagrams of the steps of the life...
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Almost nothing is more naturally magical than seeing a butterfly alight on a flower in your garden before it flutters away. From the lovely orange of the monarch to the blues of the pipevine swallowtail, butterflies are found all over North America and are often one of the bugs young readers are able to identify on sight. Age-appropriate text explains about the butterfly life cycle, their food supply, and their bodies. Beautiful, detailed photographs...
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There are thousands of species of bees, and not all are yellow and black. However, the telltale yellow and black of the honeybee and bumblebee are the best known. Beginning readers explore the world of bees and find out what keeps them busy all day. From flying from flower to flower to making honey, the details in this book are both familiar and new to curious future entomologists. Full-color detailed photographs complement the low-ATOS text, making...
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If it's summer and there's trash around, there are bound to be flies. But, house flies are only one of many kinds of flies, and they're all fascinating bugs. Beginning readers ascend into the world of the fly in this fun introduction. Fly bodies and behavior are discussed in age-appropriate, low-ATOS text, supported by photographs that closely correlate with the narrative. From what they eat to how they are born, the details will leave readers mesmerized...
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There are so many kinds of beetles. From the odd-looking rhinoceros beetle to the familiar ladybug and the lovely firefly, beetles can be found all over the world in all kinds of environments. Young readers will learn cool details about these interesting bugs, including about their body structure, how they reproduce, and the ways they stay busy. Full-color photographs correlate to the low-ATOS text, allowing beginning readers an even better comprehension...
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Ants are known as one of nature's hardest working animals. Their strength and persistence in bringing food to their colonies have been well documented. Now, beginning readers have a chance to learn about some of the littlest bugs in this volume written just for them. Complete with information about what ants eat, how they live, and generally, how they stay so busy, this book is a must-have to satisfy the curiosity of your youngest naturalists. Eye-catching...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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All birds lay eggs, but the size, shape, and colors are very different. Do these differences change the bird life cycle? Readers learn about the general life cycle of a bird from when the egg is laid to the different life-spans of various types of birds. Written specifically for students in need of review or extra help, this book gives a concise overview of a topic commonly included in science curricula. Alongside the main content's simple explanations,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
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All birds lay eggs, but the size, shape, and colors are very different. Do these differences change the bird life cycle? Readers learn about the general life cycle of a bird from when the egg is laid to the different life-spans of various types of birds. Written specifically for students in need of review or extra help, this book gives a concise overview of a topic commonly included in science curricula. Alongside the main content's simple explanations,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
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Mammals are a very diverse group. From whales and dolphins that give birth in the water to platypuses that lay eggs, these life cycles can often seem very different. However, they're very similar. Readers learn the basic structure of the mammal life cycle through simple language and accompanying diagrams that show the cycle step-by-step. The main content offers a way for struggling readers to more easily, learn an important science curriculum topic,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Mammals are a very diverse group. From whales and dolphins that give birth in the water to platypuses that lay eggs, these life cycles can often seem very different. However, they're very similar. Readers learn the basic structure of the mammal life cycle through simple language and accompanying diagrams that show the cycle step by step. The main content offers a way for struggling readers to more easily learn an important science curriculum topic,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Many insects hatch from eggs and molt several times as they grow bigger. Others, such as butterflies, undergo a complete metamorphosis. A common science curriculum topic, insect life cycles may be confusing because of these differences. However, this book breaks down these cycles into easy-to-understand steps in both accessible language and colorful diagrams readers can turn to for review again and again. The most important vocabulary needed to talk...
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The longest river in the United States isn't the Mississippi River-that's the Missouri. But, the Missouri is part of the huge Mississippi River system that's truly a natural wonder! It contains 250 tributaries in all. Readers learn even more fun facts about the Mississippi River and its system of waterways in this volume. With content supporting both social studies and science curricula, the accessible text covers geography as well as conservation....
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By preschool, many kids have a sense of what being "nice" means: sharing with a sibling, using please and thank you, and not arguing. Kindness encompasses so many behaviors, and one of the best ways for kids to learn them all is by exposure. This book helps readers recognize and understand what behaviors are kind to others, including friends, teachers, siblings, and caregivers. Low-ATOS text written in complete sentences aids reading fluency and full-color...
16) I Listen!
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Preschoolers are always reminded to "listen." But what does that mean? It means taking in what another person says quietly before responding, taking time to understand what someone is asking you to do, and it's often used as another way to say "follow these directions." The examples in this book help readers truly understand what listening is so they can implement it in their own classrooms, homes, and beyond. Low-ATOS text is achievable for new readers...
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Get your coat on! Wash your hands! Most preschoolers can't get through the day without a reminder to put on their "listening ears." It can be hard for them to consistently follow directions the first time-or the second time. This colorful volume gives plenty of examples of how and when to follow directions at home, at school, and out and about. Full-color photographs correlate directly with low-ATOS text to aid comprehension and complete sentences...
18) Cheetahs
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The cheetah is the fastest mammal on land! These magnificent big cats can reach up to 70 miles per hour when running at full speed. But, like house cats, they need to take a rest afterward! Early readers meet the amazing cheetah in this engaging title written in low-ATOS text. Simple sentences teach readers about where cheetahs live, what they eat, and what makes their body special. Full-color photographs directly correlate to the main text to aid...
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Sharing is emphasized to children seemingly from birth! But, it's not until children are about 4 years old that they are developmentally able to truly understand how and why to share with friends and siblings. In this adorable book, early readers see many examples of sharing at home, at school, and out and about. The low-ATOS text is written in complete sentences to aid reading fluency. Full-color photographs correlate with the achievable text to...
20) I Wait My Turn!
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Whether on the playground, in line for lunch, or with siblings at home, kids are expected to know how to take turns. It's not always easy to let go of a toy or stop swinging so someone else can try it. In this book, readers find many relatable examples of how to wait for a turn and see how peaceful and joyful it can make their play. The text is written at a low-ATOS level perfect for early readers. Complete sentences aid reading fluency and correlate...